Vadodara (Baroda) City Local Sightseeing Day Tour
Trip Overview
An 8-hour private sightseeing tour in Vadodara, also known as a baroda,. Considered the cultural capital of Gujarat with its rich and varied cultural history, it is truly a city worth exploring for someone who's keen on history.
Highlights
- Explore the city without any hassle with an experienced driver.
- Witness the Indo-Saracenic architecture at many of the attractions in Vadodara.
- Visit the places of artistic and cultural importance.
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Vadodara (Baroda) City Local Sightseeing Day Tour Overview
Vadodara, which was also known as Baroda, is situated on the banks of the Vishwamitri River. It is the third-largest city in Gujarat and is considered the cultural capital of Gujarat. With its rich and varied cultural history, it is truly a city worth exploring for someone who's keen on history. Vadodara is known to have the most vibrant Navratri celebrations, where the whole city comes alive to sway to the beat of drums to perform the traditional Garba folk dance. The nine-day festival 'Navaratri' is celebrated with intense festive spirit and gives one a clear-cut reason why Vadodara is referred to as the 'Cultural Capital'.
Vadodara (Baroda) City Local Sightseeing Day Tour Suggested Itinerary
- The tour starts with your pick-up from the hotel/residence in Vadodara at a time selected while booking.
- You may choose to visit the following suggested places or add a few of your own:
- Surya Narayan Temple is one of the legendary temples made of yellow stones.
- Sri Aurobindo Ashram: This was the place where Sri Aurobindo stayed from 1894 to 1906. Relics of Aurobindo and books that were written by and about him can be seen in this place.
- Laxmi Vilas Palace, which is in Indo-Saracenic style, has the reputation of being the largest private dwelling built till now. Please note that the palace is closed on Mondays. Please plan your trip accordingly.
- The EME temple, which means Electrical and Mechanical Engineering (EME) Corps, is named in honour of the people who built it. The temple has a different look and is also known as Dakshinamurthy Temple.
- Baroda Museum and Picture Gallery, which is also built in Indo-Saracenic style, houses the 109 miniature paintings of the Mughals.
- Sayaji Gardens, which is also known as Kamati Baug, was dedicated to the people of Baroda. This is one of the largest public gardens in western India.
- Sagar Lake is in the middle of the city and is a perfect place to witness the sunset.
- After the completion of your tour, you will be dropped off at your hotel/residence within 8 hours of your starting time.
Please note
- This is not a guided tour; the driver will not be the guide for the tour.
- Itinerary is only a suggestion, you may add or skip any of the places.
- This is a local city tour; hence, the vehicle cannot be used for any outstation tour.
Basic Details
Inclusions
- All transportation using air-conditioned private cab.
- Pickup and drop-off in Vadodara city limits.
- Driver and fuel charges.
- Driver day allowance.
- 8 hours and 80 kilometres of usage (can be extended with extra charges).
- Tour as per the itinerary (you may skip or add some places in the region).
Exclusions
- Monument entrance fees.
- Any toll and parking charges (To be paid as per actuals to the driver).
- Personal expenses.
- Any meals for the guests.
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions above.
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Important Information
- This is not a guided tour.
- The guests may choose to skip or add any new attraction in the destination of the tour.
- The booking price is applicable if the pick-up and drop-off is the same location.
- Pick up and drop off location can be different but an extra charge will apply. To be paid to the driver directly.
- Sedans (4-seater) models provided are Suzuki Dzire, Toyota Etios or similar.
- Night charge of Rs. 350 is applicable if the cab service is used between 10:00 pm to 6:00 am.
- The tour has a limit of 8 hours and 80 kilometers.
- After 8 hour and 80 kilometers, additional per kilometer charge will be applicable (to be paid directly to the driver).
- For Sedan (4-seater) - Rs. 20 per Km and Rs. 250 per hour (additional kilometer & hourly charge).
- For SUV (6 seater) - Rs 25 per Km and Rs 300 per hour (additional kilometer & hourly charge).
- The driver will know the local language, English speaking driver can be requested by you during the booking in "Special Request" section, the team will try their best to fulfill the request but the same cannot be promised for sure.
Meet-up Information/Reporting Point
- The driver will pick you up directly from your hotel or a specified pick-up point within city limits. Please enter the full pick-up address at the checkout page.
- The contact person details and phone number are shared in the booking voucher sent to you via email after booking.
- The driver and cab details are shared 2 to 4 hours prior to the tour starting time.
$ 39.41 Per Vehicle
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